Perm - Physician - Neonatology Lexington, KY

Job description

Location:
Lexington, KY

Lexington offers a vibrant blend of urban sophistication and Southern charm, renowned for its world-class horse farms and thriving healthcare community. The city provides excellent quality of life with affordable living costs, beautiful bluegrass landscapes, and easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions.

Facility:
This facility features a well-established 32-bed Level III NICU that serves as a regional referral center supporting approximately 4,000 annual deliveries. The medical center provides comprehensive neonatal care with strong nursing support and maintains a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on high-quality patient outcomes and provider satisfaction.

Opportunity:
Physician - Neonatology

Job Details:
• Provide comprehensive neonatal care in a 32-bed Level III NICU
• Manage care for infants from a busy newborn nursery service
• Support approximately 4,000 annual deliveries
• Work alongside 2 Neonatologists and 2 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners during daytime hours
• Participate in home-based night call with 24/7 in-house NNP coverage
• Perform and maintain hands-on neonatal procedures
• Collaborate within a supportive, team-oriented, collegial practice environment
• Participate in mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate neonatal care aligned with established standards
• Board Eligible (within 5 years of residency) or Board Certified in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine required
• Kentucky Medical License required or willingness to obtain
• Clean malpractice and license history highly preferred
• DEA registration must be obtained prior to start
• Permanent placement position requiring local residency
• Open to fresh graduates with mentorship support available
• Weekend coverage as part of call rotation

Compensation:
Employed salary with benefits.